DOCTORS OF PHYSICAL THERAPY

Elise Wallgren, PT, DPT

Hi! I’m Elise Wallgren, a Doctor of Physical Therapy that specializes in orthopedics and performing arts. I have a passion for treating patients across the lifespan with varying orthopedic conditions including the spine, upper extremities, and lower extremities. It is my joy and privilege to partner with my patients, providing them with the tools to thrive to ultimately live their highest quality of life! I will be one of your greatest “cheerleaders” along your journey to achieving your personal goals. My sessions include hands on manual interventions, dry needling, and specific exercises to address deficits and improve overall function and prevention.

In addition to my extensive training, I began dancing at the age of four, competed regionally and nationally with Accent On Dance from third grade through my senior year of high school, receiving numerous recognitions and scholarships throughout my career. I continued with dance training at the collegiate level and received a Dance Minor at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point. I am trained in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, modern, and contemporary dance. Additionally, I have over 8 years of experience as a dance instructor and choreographer, working with kids ages 4 through 18.

My practice isn’t simply a job for me; it’s a vocation. I am incredibly passionate about walking alongside my patients and equipping them to reach their highest level of function and prevent future injury. I look forward to meeting the demands of your busy and active lifestyle with you and facilitating strength and resilience along the way!

Stephanie Smith, DPT, OCS

Hi! I’m Stephanie Smith, a doctor of physical therapy and orthopedic clinical specialist. I have worked as a physical therapist for the last 10 years and have enjoyed helping my patients with a variety of orthopedic injuries, ranging from head to toe.  My focus during sessions is to use my manual therapy interventions, dry needling techniques and overall functional exercise to help patients to improve their movement and strength to attain their personal goals.  Ultimately, I want every patient to be able to work towards levels even better than their previous activity.

Throughout my professional career, I have earned a Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association Award for my contributions to the profession in my first 3 years of practice and became a Board Certified Orthopaedic Specialist of physical therapy in 2016.  I have advanced training in manual therapy for the spine and both upper and lower extremities and am certified in dry needling.  Areas of further training include treatment of headaches and jaw pain, dizziness, pelvic health, and pregnancy and postpartum exercise.

I truly love the challenge of treating any problem a patient presents to me and working to establish any interconnections between other past and present symptoms.  I am passionate about not only treating the current problem but empowering my patients to look to the future and help prevent further injury.  I love providing the framework, exercises, and resources to help patients feel in full control of their future and overall health.

Molly Shea, DPT, RYT, PCES

Hi! I’m Molly Shea, a physical therapist and yoga teacher. I founded Breathe In Motion Wellness on the strong belief that every person deserves to feel good and keep doing the things they LOVE! After working in the traditional health care system for several years, I grew tired of the “sit and wait” approach to injuries and being confined by the restraints of insurance companies dictating patient care. I believe we need to shift our focus to lifestyle medicine and prevention of injuries before they become a bigger issue!

I am passionate about giving clients the tools and movements needed to reach their full potential. My treatment approach involves the entire body to identify problematic areas that may require further attention and lead to inefficient movement. Your left shoulder pain, right low back symptoms and right knee pain may all be connected. I’ll find the central link and tackle a problem before it becomes painful or limits your function.

My specialties include treatment of orthopedic injuries in gymnasts and dancers, fitness, wellness, and women’s health. I have advanced training in manual therapy, dry needling and specific corrective exercises for treatment of the spine and pelvis. I have a large toolbox of techniques including cupping, trigger point release, myofascial release, yoga and exercise to deliver the best results for each individual client. I feel strongly about taking a preventative approach to rehab for all athletes.

In addition to athletes, I have advanced training in prenatal and postpartum care, internal pelvic floor muscle exams/anatomy, SI joint issues, pubic symphysis pain/dysfunction, tailbone pain, and visceral mobilization (abdominal mobilization/massage) for postpartum clients. I am also trained in prenatal yoga and am a trained birth doula.

PERFORMANCE THERAPISTS

Maggie Zoeller, CPT, PTA, Pilates Instructor

Hi! I’m Maggie Zoeller, a licensed physical therapy assistant, certified personal trainer, and pilates instructor. I am passionate about helping performers, athletes, and individuals of all fitness levels reach their full potential without pain or limitations. I utilize hands-on, manual therapy techniques like cupping, active and deep tissue release & mobilizations in combination with Pilates & exercise progressions to help you crush your goals and perform even better. My unique skill set and background allow me to take a very preventative approach towards physical therapy treatment; taking clients to a whole new level of fitness. 

After graduating from UWSP with a BA in dance, I danced professionally with the Milwaukee Bucks and performed as a professional dancer and aerialist around the world with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. I grew up in the Waukesha area as a competitive gymnast at Midwest Twisters Gymnastics and a competitive dancer at Accent On Dance. I found a passion for fitness and wellness while living an active athletic lifestyle. I became a CPT and Pilates reformer instructor during my time in the dance program at UWSP.

While performing with Royal Caribbean as an aerialist and acrobat, I experienced an injury that required me to be sent home for further medical attention. After receiving a CT scan, I was told the severity of my injury would likely end my career as an aerialist and acrobat. After four weeks of physical therapy, my prognosis was proven otherwise. Physical therapy allowed me to return to my work as an aerialist stronger than before my injury. 

My passion for physical therapy, injury prevention, and overall wellness grew during my rehabilitation journey. It is my honor to provide the highest level of care and positively treat each client towards reaching their greatest physical goals! During and after your rehabilitation, we will work together to bring you back to your full potential for performance. My additional skill set in strength training and programming, pelvic health, and manual hands-on techniques provide a unique skill set here at BIM.

I am looking forward to working with you to achieve your goals and beyond!

  • “Molly is incredibly knowledgeable! I saw her for pelvic floor health for my second pregnancy. She asked questions I haven’t been asked before and did a thorough evaluation to try and get to the root cause of ailments I had with my first pregnancy. She exudes passion for what she does and stressed the importance of prevention. She never made me feel silly for asking questions and explained what and why she was doing in a way I could understand. I would absolutely recommend Molly and Breathe in Motion to any pregnant and postpartum mamas!”

    -AD

  • Stephanie is wonderful to work with. Her knowledge and compassionate care are unmatched.

    -EB

  • “I’m a mom of two young and very active little ones. I had on and off low back pain since my last pregnancy and everyday life with my kids was becoming more painful and frustrating. I started therapy with Molly and was so impressed with her kind and compassionate demeanor, her knowledge, the quality of and her practice based on treating the whole person, listening to needs and helping achieve goals. I am back to chasing my kids and being active without pain! Molly is absolutely wonderful! So grateful.”

    -KG

  • “Maggie is amazing! Whether I need a quick tune up or a full Pilates training session with her, she is very skilled and knowledgeable. She really listens to you and makes sure your body gets what it needs!”

    -NK

  • "Molly is AMAZING. I had postpartum issues with irregular cycles. After two visits and some visceral therapy (which is mind blowing and incredibly successful for me), she helped me re-regulate my cycles, balanced my hormones, and my sciatica was gone. Molly works magic!  She is highly skilled and an expert in her field.  Paired with the passion she has for helping her clients, I am confident the service she provides is unmatched.  Every OBGYN should be referring their patients to Molly!”

  • When I do pilates rehab with Maggie consistently, I don’t need my PT for dry needling, mobilization or massage as frequently because I have no pain!”

    -Natalie

  • I’ve been seeing Stephanie for a shoulder injury. I appreciate her extreme care, her thoughtfulness, and most importantly her use of creative approaches to relieve the pain and help my shoulder heal. My number one goal is to avoid surgery and with Steph’s help, I have my best chance!

    -BW

  • This place is an absolutely amazing place to get Physical Therapy. I have been to many different medical facilities, and nothing has compared to the treatment that I get here. At first it may seem like a lot with the cost, but they will work with you, and it will be worth it in the end. I have done only 4/5 sessions so far and we have gotten more done than doing twenty sessions under insurance at a hospital system. The ladies that treat you here are super nice and understanding.

    -AM